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Wednesday, January 07, 2015

WOYWW: New Creative Intentions


 

This week I joined a private Facebook Group page called, Artist's Journal Workshop, and so far, I'm loving it!  I had already made the decision last week that I wanted to take on another small daily project that would challenge me to push myself outside of my comfort zone so I can improve my watercolor skills/techniques.  (This would be in addition to my normal illustration work on the table!)

The first few daily themes (shown above) have been fairly workable, however, today's challenge is to paint our own interpretation of a 19th century painting!  Oh dear me!  ha-ha  I've chosen to do Claude Monet, so wish me luck and I'll post it when completed!  Until then, enjoy a little peek at part of my studio (part of Julia's WOYWW) and my recent illustrations.

15 comments:

  1. ChristineJanuary 07, 2015 1:00 PM

    Lovely work so far, sounds challenging and you will learn a lot.

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  2. JackieJanuary 07, 2015 1:22 PM

    What I can see of your painting it looks great! It's good to challenge ourselves with new things ... Well done
    Thank you for your visit to my desk
    Jackie 4

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  3. Lunch Lady JanJanuary 07, 2015 2:11 PM

    Well, that must be an interesting and thought provoking challenge.....I love the sketches you've done so far, especially the one of Westminster! It'll be good to see how your Monet sketch turns out :-)
    Hugs, LLJ 18 xx

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  4. sandysewinJanuary 07, 2015 2:22 PM

    Your illustration and watercoloring look great to me. Enjoy the challenges as you continue on.

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and for the nice comments. :-)

    Happy Woyww and Happy New Year!

    Sandy #30

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  5. Lisabella RussoJanuary 07, 2015 4:14 PM

    How wonderful! I love the poppies, they are such beautiful flowers and yours are so lovely!

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  6. MargieJanuary 07, 2015 4:26 PM

    I do so enjoy seeing your art,
    The ones you shared here are wonderful ...
    Much luck in all your endeavors ...

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  7. sandra deJanuary 07, 2015 7:06 PM

    Gorgeous w/c illustrations thanks so much for stopping by and saying hello.

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  8. RaeAbigaelJanuary 07, 2015 10:46 PM

    it's nice to know that you're taking a step to improve your skills. I wish to find the time to do the same too. :) God bless dear and I wish you all the best!~

    xoxo, rae
    http://www.raellarina.net/

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  9. Rena JonesJanuary 07, 2015 11:14 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!

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  10. TertiaJanuary 08, 2015 1:21 AM

    Your work is beautiful!
    Happy WOYWW!
    Tertia #22

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  11. AnnieJanuary 08, 2015 1:50 AM

    Thanks so much for calling in on me yesterday.
    Your artwork is really lovely.
    Hugs,
    Annie x # 20

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  12. Queenie JeannieJanuary 08, 2015 7:57 AM

    Wow! Monet is my favorite - good luck! Your watercolors are beautiful.

    Happy Crafting!
    Jeannie #33

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  13. Magic Love CrowJanuary 08, 2015 7:57 PM

    I wish you luck ;o) Gorgeous paintings my friend ;o)

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  14. LiscaJanuary 10, 2015 1:06 PM

    You seem to have plenty of watercolor skills already. The painting of Westminster is beautiful as is the poppy. I'm looking forward to seeing the Monet. Good luck with that.
    I know it's late in the week but have a good one,
    Lisca#25

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  15. lisaJanuary 11, 2015 11:36 AM

    Your watercolours are just gorgeous so I look forward to seeing your new challenge. Monet is one of my favourites.
    Thanks for stopping by already, I am very late catching up this week.
    Hugs Lisax #26

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